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Oakley
2011 Festivals
Chicagos 23rd Annual Onesti Festa Pasta Vino (June 17-19, 2011) will once again celebrate a Fathers Day Weekend of great food, fine wine and fabulous entertainment. This annual celebration of Italian culture located in the classic The Heart of Chicago generations old Italian neighborhood draws approximately 25,000 attendees annually. This years exciting headline entertainment will include Sha Na Na, The Bronx Wanderers and a Father's Day tribute to The Rat Pack. Great Italian wines, authentic Italian food specialties from the incredible restaurants located in that Little Tuscany area, Venetian-costumed performers, statues that line the street and a Florentine market filled with finely crafted Italian merchandise has added to what has become a Fathers Day weekend tradition for many families.
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2011 Festivals
Larry Maggio Stage
Johnny Maggio and friends
sing Italian American classics all weekend!
Oakley Stage
Friday June 17th
7PM & 9PM
Lisa Caponigri
, author of "Whatever Happened To Sunday Dinner" shows how to build classic Italian menus
Saturday June 18
5PM, 7PM & 9PM
Lisa Caponigri
, author of "Whatever Happened To Sunday Dinner" shows how to build classic Italian menus
8PM
"Are You An Olive Oil Virgin" by Mario Rizzotti
, Academia Barilla Italian Culinary Specialist and Food Network Iron Chef America Judge
Strolling Venetian Juggler & Stiltwalker BJ Acrodazzle
Sunday June 19
3:00, 4:30, 6PM
International Kings Marionette Show
3:45,5:15, 7PM
Dave Fleming, Master Juggler & Magician
6PM, 8PM
Lisa Caponigri,
author of "Whatever Happened To Sunday Dinner" shows how to build classic Italian menus
Peroni Stage
Friday June 17th
7:00 PM
John Truncale
...His many voices pay tribute to the Rat Pack, Tom Jones and many more!
9:00 PM
Sha Na Na
...The stars from the smash TV show do all their hits from Grease and the fabulous 50s!
Saturday June 18
1:00 PM
Tony Yarrio, Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett
...at their finest!
2:30 PM
Vince Amore
...Pop classics to operatic baritone!
4:30 PM
Johnny Maggio
...A truly amazing tribute to Jerry Vale and other million sellers!
6:00 PM
Jack Miuccio
...Smooth vocals covering American standards and Italian classics!
7:30 PM
Bronx Wanderers
...Our favorite band - direct from NYC performing East-Coast favorites from The Four Seasons, Dion & The Belmonts and more!
10:00 PM
Gigolo Johnny's Lounge
...Louis Prima to Joe Pesce!
Sunday June 19
12:30 PM
Mass
...A special salute to our dearly departed
1:30 PM
Joe Martino
...Classic Italian Songs!
3:00 PM
Diva Montell
...Classy, beautiful and incredibly talented, she performs everything from Disco to Opera!
5:00 PM
A Father's Day Tribute to Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin
starring
Jack D'Amico & Tony Ocean
7:00 PM
Bronx Wanderers
...A fabulous group all the way from NYC performing East-Coast favorites from The Four Seasons, Dion & The Belmonts and more!
Taylor Street
2011 Festivals
The Onesti Taylor Street Italian Festival (August 11-14, 2011) located in Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood will be held Thursday thru Sunday, drawing an anticipated 55,000 guests. The historic Old Neighborhood has long been revered for its fabulous variety of amazing restaurants capable of satisfying the most cultured of palates. The streets are lined with food booths representing a combination of generations-old legendary establishments and the new wave of contemporary critically acclaimed eateries recently unveiled. Four stages of a variety of continuous live entertainment include fabulous headline acts, a concert with The Rat Pack and The Other Three Tenors, The Bronx Wanderers Tribute to the Four Seasons and Dion, The Hit Men-Former members of The Four Seasons and Tommy James and the Shondells, a VIP DJ area, a tribute to Bon Jovi and many other local exciting shows. Outdoor cafes, cultural exhibits, authentic Italian merchandise, a wine garden, culinary presentations and children's activities make for a classic Chicago festival experience!
Taylor Dates
2011 Festivals
Italia Stage
Piazza Stage
Thursday - Aug 11th
6:00-7:45 The Many Voices of John Truncali
8:00-10:30 Bronx Wanderers
Friday - Aug 12th
5:00-6:30 Vince Amore
7:00-8:30 The Tony Ocean Band
9:00-11:00 Bronx Wanderers
Saturday -Aug 13th
1:00-2:30 Tony Yarrio
2:45-3:45 Johnny Maggio
4:00-5:00 Enzo & Iliana Incandella
5:15-6:30 Former Dean Martin Golddigger
Joyce Garro & Jack Miuccio
6:45-7:45 Alfio.....from Australia with Love
8:00-8:30 Taylor Street Oscars, Tributes to lost friends,
Tribute to Gonnella Baking 125th Anniversary,
"Chicagos favorite Italian American Award"....Pat Tomasulo, WGN Sports
8:45-10:00 The Hit Men-Former members of The Four
Seasons and Tommy James and the Shondells
10:00-11:00 Gigolo Johnny Show Lounge
Sunday -Aug 14th
1:00-2:00 Mass-Fr. Richard Fragomeni featuring Jack Miuccio & Joyce Garro
2:15-3:15 Joe Martino
3:15-4:15 Comedy of Pat Capuzzi
4:30-5:30 Josie Falbo debuts her new CD "Taylor Street"
5:45-7:00 Tribute to Frank & Dean starring Tony Ocean and Jack D'Amico
7:15-8:30 The Hit Men-Former members of The Four
Seasons and Tommy James and the Shondells
8:40-9:10 Food Network Star finalist Jeff Mauro
9:15-10:00 Diva Montell...From Disco to Opera
Thursday - Aug 11th
7:00-10:00 Johnny Maggio
Friday - Aug 12th
5:00-8:00 Johnny Maggio
8:00-8:45 Le Stelle Alpine Italian Performing Arts Association in
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.
8:45-11:00 Johnny Maggio
Saturday -Aug 13th
1:00-2:30 Johnny Maggio
3:00-3:30 Dave Fleming
3:45-5:00 Johnny Maggio
5:00-6:30 Bellisima Opera
6:30-8:00 Johnny Maggio
8:15-9:00 Le Stelle Alpine Italian Performing Arts Association in
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.
9:00-11:00 Johnny Maggio
Sunday -Aug 14th
1:00-4:45 Johnny Maggio
4:45-5:15 Dave Fleming
5:15-6:00 Johnny Maggio
6:00-6:45 Le Stelle Alpine Italian Performing Arts Association in
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.
6:45-7:15 Dave Fleming
7:15-10:00 Johnny Maggio
HIT MEN
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2011 Festivals
Rock Stage
Bar Italia
Thursday - Aug 11th
7:30-9:00 Abdul's Cactus Remedy
9:45-11:00 Black Actress
Friday - Aug 12th
6:30-7:15 Lovebent with Little Vinny & Nicky of the Bronx Wanderers
7:45-9:00 Workout Music
9:30-11:00 Butter Side Down
Saturday - Aug 13th
6:15-7:00 Karlye Lapetina
7:30-9:00 West Side Winders (opened for Bon Jovi this year!)
9:30-11:00 Bad Medicine Bon Jovi Tribute
Sunday - Aug 14th
4:30-6:00 Pearls Mahone
6:30-8:00 Handsome Devilz
8:30-10:00 Bama Lamas
Thursday - Aug 11th
7:00-10:00 Chris Damiano Italian Mandolin
Friday - Aug 12th
7:00-10:00 Chris Damiano Italian Mandolin
Saturday - Aug 13th
6:00-10:00 Chris Damiano Italian Mandolin
Sunday - Aug 14th
5:00-9:00 Chris Damiano Italian Mandolin
Crooner Corner
Thursday - Aug 11th
7:30-10:30 Gigolo Johnny
Friday - Aug 12th
7:30-10:30 Vince Amore
Saturday - Aug 13th
3:30-6:30 Johnny Maggio
7:00-10:00 Jack Miuccio
Sunday - Aug 14th
3:00-6:00 Nick Pontarelli
6:00-9:00 Nino Fellino
DJ Stage
Thursday - Aug 11th
7:00-11:00 DJ JoJo & Gizep
8:30-9:15 Iliana Icandella
Friday - Aug 12th
7:00-11:00 DJ JoJo & Gizep
8:30-9:15 Iliana Icandella
Saturday - Aug 13th
6:00-11:00 Taylor Street DJs
9:00-9:45 Iliana Icandella
Sunday - Aug 14th
5:00-10:00 DJs JoJo & Gizep
Sabor Stage
Authentic Brazilian Dancers each nite!
West Suburban Fest
2011 Festivals
Onesti's West Suburban Italian Festival is August 26-28, 2011 at Centennial Park on Lake Street at Route 53 in Addison. Approximately 20,000 festival goers each year enjoy beautiful European décor, delicious Italian foods from the area's best Italian restaurants, and top-notch entertainment provided by famous Italian American singers and performers from around the nation. The entertainment schedule features acts rarely or never seen in this area, including appearances by Carnevale di Venezia, a colorful Venetian celebration, authentic bocce ball courts, and a special Italian Mass on Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
West Surb Intro
2011 Festivals
Italian Festival and Carnival
Addison, IL
Rohlwing (RT53) & Lake
Behind Marcus Theatre
Friday 5-11pm
Saturday Noon-11pm
Sunday Noon-9pm
August
26, 27, 28
FROM NYC
Bronx Wanderers
From Australia
Italian Heartthrob
ALFIO
FROM LAS VEGAS...
Louis Prima, Jr.
Louis Prima, Jr.
Italian newspapers:
Prima invasion of Sicily
***Also Featuring: Chicago Rat Pack, Vito Zatto, Johnny Maggio and More!
$15 ALL YOU CAN RIDE WRISTBANDS SAT AND SUN NOON-4PM
Adults $7 Seniors $5 kids free
west surb ent
2011 Festivals
Italian Festival and Carnival
Louis Prima, Jr.
Italian newspapers:
Prima invasion of Sicily
Alfio
Louis Prima Jr. carries on the legacy of his father, who was known as the original "King of Swing."
Though he had the first song inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, "Sing, Sing, Sing," it was in Las Vegas where Louis Prima Sr. was best known. Louis Prima and the witnesses became a legendary landmark during 50's, 60's and 70's. Like most high rollers and celebrities, even the famed Rat Pack were regulars at the "wildest show" in Vegas. With hits like "Jump, Jive, an'Wail," "Angelina," "Just a Gigolo," "That Old Black Magic," "Buona Sera," "When You're Smilling" and "Sing, Sing, Sing," Prima Sr. was truly an innovator with a distinctive sound and boisterous presence. His music is timeless as covers of his classics. New Orleans' favorite son was also the king of Las Vegas.
FROM NYC
Bronx Wanderers
From Australia
Italian Heartthrob
ALFIO
FROM LAS VEGAS...
Louis Prima, Jr.
Bronx Wanderers
West Surb schedule
2011 Festivals
Fri 8/26 5:00 pm -11 pm
6:00-7:00 Vince Amore
7:15-8:30 Louis Prima, Jr.
9:00 -11:00 The Bronx Wanderers
Sat 8/27 Noon-11 pm
1:00-3:00 Jack Muccio
3:00-4:15 Johnny Maggio
4:30-5:30 Alfio...from Australia
5:35-5:45 Bloomingdale Beamers
Dance Group
6:15-7:30 Louis Prima Jr.
8:00-9:30 Bronx Wanderers
10:00-11:00 Bad Medicine Tribute to Bon Jovi
Sun 8/28 Noon-9 pm
12:30-1:30 Mass
1:30-2:45 Joe Martino
3:00-4:15 Frank & Dean
4:30-5:30 The Comedy of
Vito Zatto
5:45-7:00 Louis Prima Jr.
7:30-9:00 Bronx Wanderers
Also Featuring Power DJs JoJo & Gizep
